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August is National Immunization Awareness Month Press Release August 15, 2016

"Southwest Georgia is a great place to live, but during the summer, we need to recognize that the weather can affect our health and take appropriate precautions,” said Southwest District Health Director Dr. Charles Ruis." Press Release June 15, 2016

"Wild hogs are nuisances known for ripping up crops, pastures and woodlands, but they also carry infectious diseases, so hunters and others who come into contact with them or their meat should take precautions, says Southwest Health District Epidemiologist Jacqueline Jenkins." Press Release April 27, 2016

The Babies Can't Wait (BCW) Program is Georgia’s statewide early intervention system for infants and toddlers with special needs, ages birth to three, and their families. Each year the Georgia Department of Public Health invites the public to comment on its grant application or policy during a 60-day public comment period. For more information, click here and/or go to http://dph.georgia.gov/bcw-part-c-application March, 4, 2016

"Seniors 65 and older, pregnant women and adults with medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes or cancer are among those most at risk of severe complications from flu – and should get vaccinated now, says Southwest District Health District Interim Health Director Dr. Lawton Davis." Press Reslease September 24, 2015